Storyline: The Hawks, who are 17-13-0 at the United Center, are playing the second of a three-game homestand. Forward Patrick Sharp thrives against the Blue Jackets and has 11 goals and seven assists during a personal 13-game points streak against them. Columbus is seeking to win its sixth consecutive road game for the first time in franchise history. Rick Nash is the Blue Jackets' leading scorer with 27 goals and 25 assists.